Donor Perspectives

Gifts to the University of Wisconsin–Madison come from alumni and friends from all walks of life. Together, this community of donors provides the university with a strong foundation. The reasons for giving to the UW are as varied as the individual donors. These videos reveal the perspective of alumni and friends at every level of giving and bring to light what drives these people and families to give.

John Oros explains how his giving has allowed him to maintain important relationships with donors he considers to be his role models. He explains why this makes him feel more like a recipient than a donor.